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Denitria Preston

Houston,TX

Summary

Dynamic Nurse Manager with 20 years at Harris Health, excelling in quality improvement and staff development. Proven track record in enhancing patient care and optimizing workflows. Skilled in critical thinking and conflict management, successfully implementing training programs that elevated clinical competencies and fostered a collaborative team environment.

Experienced with leadership and managing nursing teams to enhance patient care. Utilizes effective healthcare protocols to drive positive patient outcomes. Knowledge of staff training, development, and problem-solving in dynamic healthcare environments.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Manager

Harris Health- Ben Taub General Hospital
10.2006 - Current

Experienced Nurse Manager with 20 years of progressive leadership in Labor & Delivery. Skilled in clinical operations, team development, and quality improvement. Known for driving patient-centered care, mentoring staff, and optimizing unit performance in high-acuity environments.

  • Led nursing staff to enhance patient care quality and streamline operational workflows.
  • Developed and implemented training programs to improve clinical competencies and team performance.
  • Managed scheduling and staffing to optimize resource allocation and ensure coverage for patient needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to establish best practices in patient safety protocols.
  • Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations, ensuring adherence to policies and standards of care.
  • Analyzed patient care metrics to identify trends and implement strategies for continuous improvement.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by mentoring staff and promoting professional development initiatives.
  • Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.

Staff Nurse

Doctors Hospital
06.2005 - 12.2013
  • Delivered comprehensive patient care, ensuring adherence to best practices and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to optimize patient treatment plans and improve health outcomes.
  • Streamlined patient admission processes, enhancing efficiency in unit workflows.
  • Administered medications and treatments in accordance with hospital protocols.
  • Provided high-quality care to laboring and postpartum patients
  • Streamlined transfers and discharges to reduce length of stay

Nurse Clinician

Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital
01.2000 - 10.2006
  • Led patient care initiatives, enhancing treatment plans and outcomes for diverse populations.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
  • Implemented evidence-based protocols, improving care efficiency and patient satisfaction scores.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings, streamlining communication and collaborative care strategies.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments, ensuring accurate diagnosis and timely intervention for patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TX
12-1999

Skills

  • Staff supervision
  • Quality improvement
  • Critical thinking
  • Department management
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient education and advocacy
  • Conflict management
  • Hiring and terminations
  • Staff development

Accomplishments

RESEARCH & CONTRIBUTIONS
• Co-implemented Maternal Early Warning System (MEWS) protocol
• Published in American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Jan 2017):
“The effect of a maternal early warning system on adverse obstetrical events”

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
    • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
    • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
    • NCC Certification – Inpatient Obstetrical Nursing
  • Registered Nurse License -

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Nurse Manager

Harris Health- Ben Taub General Hospital
10.2006 - Current

Staff Nurse

Doctors Hospital
06.2005 - 12.2013

Nurse Clinician

Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital
01.2000 - 10.2006

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Prairie View A&M University